Passengers have left behind quirky items like hamsters, wigs, and prosthetics on Northern trains

Northern is reminding everyone to double-check their belongings before hopping off the train. Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly stations see the most lost items, but you can find forgotten treasures all over their network.
Some of the other odd things left behind include a cupboard, crutches, an ironing board, and even a hefty 10kg box of chicken breasts! One passenger even forgot their bike on the train while still wearing their helmet. Can you imagine?
Alex Hornby, the commercial and customer director, mentioned that losing something can be super stressful. They often remind folks to check for their stuff before leaving. Unattended bags can also cause security alerts, leading to delays.
When someone reports a lost item, the staff work hard to reunite them with their belongings, but it’s not always easy. If you ever leave something on a Northern train, check out their website for tips on what to do next.